Safety Assistant - Part Time

Safety Assistant

Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) is a leading, non‑profit healthcare organization dedicated to improving the health and well‑being of our community.

As a Safety Assistant you will lead the protection of patients, visitors, and staff by working closely with the LMHS Police Department and utilizing security technology such as the Evolv weapons detection system and the Garrett handheld metal detector.

• Monitor the safety and security of the hospital by ensuring anyone entering through the main lobby passes through the Evolv weapons detection system.
• Educate patients, visitors, contractors, and staff on procedures when an alert is triggered and a possible weapon is detected.
• Perform secondary screenings with the Garrett handheld metal detector when applicable.
• Collaborate with Safety and/or the Police Department to intervene when any form of non‑compliance with policy is observed.
• Operate handheld radio equipment when needed.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and customer service when interacting with patients, visitors, and staff.
• Remain calm and professional during high‑stress situations.
• Apply knowledge of LMHS policies and procedures, including emergency management processes, to assist visitors, patients, and staff.
• Manage firearm and knife procedures for visitors, ensuring they return or store items appropriately.
• Perform any other task as requested or directed by Safety & Security leadership.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior experience working with weapon detection systems is preferred.
• Ability to perform extensive walking, standing, sitting, talking, listening, and documenting when directing or investigating concerns or incidents.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Must maintain current CPR certification throughout employment.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports hospital mission, vision, value statements, and policies and procedures.
• Ability to complete annual education related to specialty certifications and standards as required by LMHS accreditation.

Licking Memorial Health Systems is an equal‑opportunity employer and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. LMHS does not discriminate against applicants because of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non‑merit based factors protected by law.